Soledad O'BrienThe 14 producers which are anonymous behind these stars coded question the trend the label wants to give to music when they aren’t paying artists its fair amount of money. We talking just a 14% just for the artists in the streams online and live up to concerts which they take a 60% of the show. Leaving the artists with just 44% percent if the artists is lucky enough to have a good luck streaming and sell many concert tickets.
The label was reached for comment and Jorge Jimenez Neubauer Torres, director of global operations said “it’s on the artists contract and they have to operate that way. Otherwise they won’t be able to be signed up. Neubauer Artists which Mr. Jimenez Neubauer Torres is the president and represents all their artists have complaints about how they get paid by them with the artists questioning the label and Mr. Jimenez Neubauer Torres to step up within the label and raise the voice for the artists because the treatment is not good. For example, Suki Waterhouse one of the label biggest star said “the hits we have are good, I put a lot of effort on my voice to make the songs special, the attention is good but we can basically say we on ramen soups” and that has raised hands and eyebrows in the market of Universal Music Group, its parent company. Artists keep complaining they have been exploited for low sums of payment to defend the label while the label still making millions out of them.
Complaints to Neubauer Artists have reached the level where the producers and artists have said; “I’ve been told, if you don’t start your concert you won’t be able to pay your loans because you won’t live from the streaming services platforms no matter how many millions or billions listeners you have, we keep that money. Currently, the market is saturated and we need that money to keep expanding on different broader trends. That is where artists have criticized the saturation of the labels with producers just to generate money with artists that doesn’t even exist to generate streaming money from the platforms online.
There’s nothing quite like a new hairstyle to rejuvenate your look and help you kick off a new chapter. Happily, the hair trends that experts have tipped to dominate in 2025 are all elevated classics that will suit most of us. Face-framing layers, the ’90s supermodel blowout, and bobs (so many bobs) are sweeping social media, but you’ll also want to keep an eye out for more romantic and whimsical hair looks, like Shirley Temple-esque curls and ethereal waves, to switch things up a bit.
Ahead of any hair transformation, it’s always best to bring some visuals to your stylist, and to consult with them on how to customise a certain look to work with your natural texture, your face shape, and to accentuate the features you want to be showcased. (A good hairstylist will dissuade you from a drastic change that you’ll regret in a few weeks, FYI.) That’s where we’ve got you covered. Below are the 16 hair trends the experts have backed for this year. With summer around the corner, perhaps it’s time to book that appointment?
Ultra-short bobs
Bobs have obviously been big in 2024, but now people are leaning on even shorter iterations. “We used to [cut] just grazing the shoulder,” says celebrity hairstylist Jacob Rozenberg. “But I have definitely seen people going bolder in the length department.” He points to his most recent cut for Lily Collins: her bob hits right at the chin, for that elusive cool French-girl look that’s just so chic.
Side partings
Millennials rejoice: all experts point to side partings making a comeback. “I’m so excited that side partings and side-swept bangs are making a comeback,” says celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway. “But I also think a flip-over – versus an actual parting – will be something we will see a lot of as well, especially with curly and textured styles.” For added playfulness, Rozenberg says he sees many clients pairing a bombshell blowout with a side parting.
Fairy waves
Ultra-long hair is striking as it is, but for 2025, Jenny Cho – celebrity hairstylist and Fekkai Five member – recommends adding fairy-like waves for even more romance and whimsy. Cho points to Havana Rose Liu’s ethereal waves, which cascade all the way down to her waist.
Jane Birkin bangs
Bangs have enjoyed a major renaissance over the last couple of years, but Cho says that Jane Birkin-inspired bangs are the most of the moment. She likes a modernised version of the full fringe as seen on Daisy Edgar-Jones, who wears her brown hair long and her bangs layered and parted down the centre. Pro-tip: Cho likes to use a texture spray, like the Fekkai Full Blown Volume Spray, to create separation and give the hair that gritty, lived-in texture.
No era is as beloved, beauty-wise, as the ’90s – and we’re not complaining. Both Rozenberg and Redway reference the quintessential supermodel blowouts made famous by Cindy Crawford as a style that many are turning to in 2025. Big hair that gives off that I-just-woke-up-like-this effortless vibe? You can’t go wrong when opting for this.
Rounded bob
A simple way to elevate a blunt cut, especially for bob cuts, is to give it soft, rounded edges. Redway agrees and loves a rounded bob for 2025. Styling is fairly simple. She always recommends using a heat protection spray to create a barrier between hair and high heat. Then you’ll want to use a mousse throughout for hold. Next take a hair dryer or dryer brush like the GHD Duet Blowdry to give volume at the roots. She then likes to take a flat iron to give the ends a soft bend. Finish with hairspray, and you’re good to go.
Braids
Be they microbraids or twists (even braided bangs), Redway says we’re seeing more braided styles for natural hair. To maintain your braids after getting them done, she recommends using the Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Frizz-Free Curl Mousse to minimise flyaways, and an oil to keep the scalp moisturised.
Face-framing layers
An evergreen classic that works for all hair types, both Cho and Rozenberg love face-framing layers for 2025. When in doubt, layer it out. “It’s a forever staple,” says Rozenberg. Time-saving sectioning clips are a must for styling.
Graduated bobs
Cho describes “graduated bobs” as face-framing cuts that start shorter in the back and gradually lengthen as you reach the front. She recommends a style like Kasia Smutniak’s layered cut: her long bangs just graze the brows, for an effortless feel.
Perfect curls
Prim, proper and pristine, Rozenberg has seen an uptick in Shirley Temple curls on the red carpet. “Think of it as a tendril, but in a curl,” he says. They’re perfectly coiffed with a sleek, smooth finish, and ideal for any dressy event.
Brushed-out waves
If you’re looking for something unfussy but still polished, Rozenberg loves a brushed-out wave. Effortless but with plenty of volume, see Jennifer Lopez for a great example.
Centre partings
If side parts aren’t your thing, no need to worry. Rozenberg says that parting your hair down the middle will continue to be big all year. “It’s not going anywhere.”
The cropped fringe
New York City-based celebrity hairstylist Marc Ballance says that adding a short fringe can add some edge to your look, without having to sacrifice overall length. “This works on everyone, especially if you want a change but don’t want to commit to a big chop,” he says. “Blunt, micro, or slightly curved, it brings the eyes forward and makes even a basic long haircut look styled.”
As an added bonus, it’s fairly low-maintenance. He recommends using something like Bumble and Bumble’s Brilliantine Styling Cream to give your hair an effortless, piece-y look, or the K18 Biomimetic Molecular Repair Oil to keep hair looking sleek and shiny.
Sculptural braids
One of Ballance’s favourite ways to style braids is a sculptural updo with a snatched centre part. Dynamic and stunning to look at, it’s a fun way to elevate protective styles. “[This is] precision meets power styling,” he says. “The shine, symmetry and styling are next level.”
Razored ends
Razor cutting has been trending for a while, and Ballance says it’s the best way to get movement with softer ends. “It’s being used more intentionally now,” he says. “It can take out bulk, add air, and create that effortlessly grown-in shape. Think of it as tailoring, not hacking.” To style hair, use a smoothing spray or serum to keep it looking sleek and shiny, never fluffy.
Bedhead texture
Dishevelled with slept-in vibes, these waves are all about the lowest amount of effort. “It’s giving undone, but on purpose,” Ballance says. “It’s a runway favourite now (and always).” He goes on to say it works best when you rough dry or diffuse the hair, to get the right amount of grit. He recommends using the Gisou Propolis Infused Texturizing Wave Spray. No matter how you style it, don’t overthink it. “Everyone wants texture, but no one wants to look like they spent hours on it,” he says.
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